This charming property has been kept the same since the original build to keep the "sugar plantation" style of the old Hawaii days. No major upgrades have been made to keep an old Hawaii days feel. The RATES REFLECT the style accordingly. This home is perfect for LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION & FOR A DEAL! Other homes in this area run 3x the going rates for this vintage Hawaiian beach house. Please be aware this is an older home and the owners and repeat guests adore this home exactly the way it is.
Ideally nestled in a private gated community of Kona Bay Estates located min from center of downtown. The simple seaside style will melt all of your cares away as you sip on your Mai Tai in the cool shade of the deep, covered lanai. Experience the feel of being in another place in another time. All beds are fitted with comfy mattress toppers & the master bed has a 2 inch memory foam topper for a peaceful, cozy nights sleep! Close to Kailua Pier where the fishing is fine and the canoe races begin! IronMan start and finish is nearby. Property has a 7 night minimum all year round, unless arrangements have been approved by the owner of the Property. This property does NOT have any Air Conditioning.
**TA-023-091-6096-01
STVR#19-363825
NCU#19-1595
**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management in addition to purchasing a Damage Protection Plan or providing a Security Deposit if they stay at this property. Inquire within for specific details**
***All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change. ***...
Registration Number: TA-023-091-6096-01, GE-023-091-6096-01
John P.
Jul 16, 2024
The property was in a perfect location, in a beautiful and private gated community with 24/7 security. The house was right on the oceanfront and just a few steps away from a small private beach. Downtown Kailua was easy walking distance, and the home was spacious and comfortable for our family of 6. The sounds of the ocean and waves were feet away. There were walking trails nearby and the airport was only a 15 minute drive.
The pool could use some updating but it was perfect to be able to walk out the lanai and cool off in every evening. We ate all our meals out on the lanai looking at the ocean and breaking waves. There was a local mongoose that hung out around the house and we even met several neighbors as they walked out to the beach in the evenings to watch the sunset. The home was stocked with beach and snorkel gear which was awesome as we had initially expected to need to rent this equipment. We took day trips to the South end of the island to Black Sands, the central part of the island to Mauna Kea, the Northwest part of the island and into the Kailua-Kona rainforest for a hike and coffee tour at Mountain Thunder. The hosts/management team were exceptional and always very responsive to any and all questions we had, and checkin/checkout process was so easy. We absolutely loved our stay and built memories that will last a lifetime for all of us.
shawn p.
Jun 25, 2024
Great location if you want to be close to downtown Kona. We loved the classic Hawaiian vibe. The patina adds character.
Thank you
Letha G.
May 30, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a fantastic way to experience the Big Island. Beautiful ocean views and beach area. The house is cozy, and the location just can't be beat. Going to bed and waking up to the sound of the ocean is my idea of a memorable Hawaii experience. The house is very well equipped with all your daily essentials. The gated safe neighborhood was an added plus.
Patia H.
Apr 16, 2024
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved this house. It is in a gated community in a quiet area. The tide pools and ocean out back are amazing. There is a swimming cove a few houses down. We enjoyed the pool and outside grill area. We ate all our meals outside. The inside is a little dated and we saw a few friendly roaches, but we expected these things. The house is very well stocked and comfortable. They have every appliance, plenty of towels, and comfy beds. We hope to stay here again in the future. This house is a gem. The renting service was easy to work with.
Cynthia Y.
Apr 10, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a beautiful view of the ocean and were a short walk from the pier and a lot of restaurants
michelle c.
Dec 12, 2023
I love the idea of keeping the soul with the house,but maybe think about fixing the pool and a some paint
michelle c.
Nov 27, 2023
I love the idea of keeping the soul with the house,but maybe think about fixing the pool and a some paint
Cheryl D.
Nov 13, 2023
We had a group of 6 adults and we all loved this house! The location was perfect with both sunrise and sunset views. It is close to town, but in a quiet, gated neighborhood right on the ocean. We spent a lot of time lounging on the covered back porch and in the pool.
It was heavenly to have three full bathrooms!
While we were there, some people walked by, said their grandfather owned the house in the 1980’s, and that it was the only home there at that time. The house itself is really cute inside and out.
I would recommend it to anyone looking for a very comfortable and peaceful place to stay near Kona.
Cheryl D.
Oct 30, 2023
We had a group of 6 adults and we all loved this house! The location was perfect with both sunrise and sunset views. It is close to town, but in a quiet, gated neighborhood right on the ocean. We spent a lot of time lounging on the covered back porch and in the pool.
It was heavenly to have three full bathrooms!
While we were there, some people walked by, said their grandfather owned the house in the 1980’s, and that it was the only home there at that time. The house itself is really cute inside and out.
I would recommend it to anyone looking for a very comfortable and peaceful place to stay near Kona.
Jennifer C.
Oct 27, 2023
We booked this property as we wanted a home that we could relax at and enjoy the ocean. The only positive thing about this property is the location and the ocean view.
We flew in late evening time. We arrived to the gate desk around 6pm. They did not have our names on the list to allow entry. I had to call the number from the check in informational email. Shortly afterwards, I received an email with the QR code to allow entry.
The property pictures on VRBO are very misleading and misrepresent what the property truly looks like. The pictures are obviously several years old and do not show what the property currently looks like. When we arrived, the pool was opaque and green. There was animal feces on the bench seat in the kitchen. There were several lizards in the bedrooms from a large hole in the screen over the window. While I understand that this is a tropical island, I have stayed on Hawai'i numerous times previously and never encountered a home in this condition. There is water damage on the lower part of the wooden walls in the living room. Paint is peeling all over on the inside of the home. The side entry door doesn't close completely, leaving a large gap in the door frame.
Also the price was more than twice the regular rate as we were there the week before the ironman race.
We tried to contact the property manager immediately with no response.
Ultimately, we checked into a local hotel room and spent the week there.
wendy m.
Sep 02, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We recently stayed for a week at this lovely rental for the 3rd year and already have another stay planned. The location is perfect for my family of 4 (kids are 4 and 7 years old) and a set of grandparents. Having the beach as a backyard is truly magical. The kids switched from pool to beach, which is a few minutes walk along the beautiful coast. We grilled dinner and ate on the patio every night and watched the rainbows and sunset. I appreciated the real time communication via text with the property management who were more than helpful, we travel often and I wish every experience went as smoothly. This property sits within a gated community which made us feel very safe. The security staff was very friendly but you could tell they were diligent about their jobs which I appreciated. The house reminds me of old Hawaii with geckos everywhere you look and fans blasting 24/7. This beach house is one of a kind and we feel so lucky to get to experience it, thank you for allowing us to make memories year after year. Mahalo and a hui hou!
Patrick L.
Aug 27, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We could not have asked for a better property. We read complaints about the pool, yet the pool was clean and ready to go as soon as we arrived. We also learned that the pool (which is the largest in the neighborhood) is in the shape of the Big Island. How cool is that! The location was amazing! A 5 minute walk to Queens Bath, which is a perfect spot for the kids to swim and snorkel. 5 Minutes by car to the downtown strip, ROSS or Target if you forget anything. This location has it all. Is it older? Yes. But the location and price completely make up for any shortcomings you may think it has. It was very clean, had plenty of towels for both the pool and beach and all the appliances we needed for some great home cooking (i.e. spam and eggs for breakfast). This home lets you enjoy paradise as a paradise. From the sunrise over the hill to the sunsets over Queens Bath, this house brings you back to simpler times. We watched dolphins jumping every morning from the lanai, the glass bottom boat and submarine made stops as well and the inter-island cruise ship honked on its way out. If you are lucky you will be able to see the green light at sunset and bio-luminescence crashing in the waves. we will be back.
Seana M.
Jun 10, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was absolutely wonderful. The accomadations were great! Being right off the beach it was wonderful to walk out to the ocean from the back door. The pool was great also. The children wanted to play in it all day. The lanai was wonderful to eat dinners on in the evening. The neighborhood cats were sweet to look at also. An added bonus for us! The description was spot on and our expectations were not let down.
Tiffany H.
May 18, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This sweet Hawaiian style home sits among other massive mansions and there was no place we would rather be. The pool and outdoor area was awesome with direct gate access to the sand and rocky walk down to an easy spot to take an ocean dip. Would be great for kids. Many reviews have read "dirty" or "falling apart" but my guess is these are people from the mainland. Welcome to the tropics! Bugs and geckos and a little dirt or salt around the edges is normal! Don't stay here for a 5 star situation, but a wonderful and comfortable home away from home with great kitchen space for larger groups and ample bathrooms. I do think the pool needs a resurfacing and there were some loose tiles around the edges, but all in all we were thrilled with our stay and will recommend to friends and family.
Elizabeth S.
May 07, 2023
We had a wonderful stay here! Location was great! It’s definitely an older house that could use some updates but overall we didn’t have any issues. Be warned if you are tall the fans in the living room will hit you in the face.
